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North Carolina or Marquette? Breaking down the 8 vs. 9 NCAA Tournament matchup

They may go about it differently, but UNC and Marquette play at a fairly similar pace, with both teams averaging about 70 possessions per game. Marquette's Justin Lewis will take the spotlight, as he's a big-bodied 6-foot-7 forward that can make things happen on the perimeter and with his back to the basket. For UNC, it all begins with Armando Bacot. (Sporting News) UNC basketball expecting physical game against Shaka Smart’s Marquette Golden Eagles
"(Coach Shaka Smart's) teams have been consistent: they’ve been fast paced, they’ve been physical, they’ve been tough, and they’ve been hard nosed," Hubert Davis said.